Tax
Understanding tax strategies and managing your tax bill should be part of any sound financial approach. Some taxes can be deferred, and others can be managed through tax-efficient investing. With careful and consistent preparation, you may be able to manage the impact of taxes on your financial efforts.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
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What If You Get Audited?
The chances of an IRS audit aren't that high. And being audited does not necessarily imply that the IRS suspects wrongdoing.
Tax & Estate Strategies for Married LGBTQ+ Couples
Learn how to maximize your tax and estate strategy as a married member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
What You Need to Know about Tax-Loss Harvesting
While tax-loss harvesting won't eliminate your taxes, it may offset what you owe on your taxable investment accounts.
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
Tax-Loss Harvesting: A Tax Strategy to Consider
Not every investment will be a winner, but a strategy called tax-loss harvesting can potentially lower your tax bill.
Tax & Estate Strategies for Married LGBTQ+ Couples
Learn how to maximize your tax and estate strategy as a married member of the LGBTQ+ community.
How to Appeal Your Property Taxes
For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.
What’s My 2024 Tax Bracket?
Check out this handy reference of updated ranges from the IRS in case your designated bracket has changed.
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Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Federal Income Tax
Use this calculator to estimate your income tax liability along with average and marginal tax rates.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Social Security Taxes
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
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The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.